'airdock' originates from the combination of 'air' and 'dock', where 'air' refers to the atmosphere and 'dock' refers to a place for receiving and repairing vehicles.

'airdock' was formed in the early 20th century as air travel and airships became more common, combining the existing words 'air' and 'dock'.

Initially, it meant a place for docking airships, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.